Decision Making
these types of decisions are made before the lesson is taught and often start with an understanding of the content standard
planning decisions
an unproven explanation for why something happens
theory
actions teachers take to create an environment that is respectful, caring, orderly, and productive
classroom management
enthusiasm, self-confidence, sincerity, and showing empathy for children
good interview skills
efforts by a school and teachers to improve their teachings skills and competencies
professional development
these types of decisions are made after the lesson is taught while reflecting on the lesson
evaluating decisions
theory in use
part of classroom management that includes the arrangements of the desks, where supplies are located, and the atmosphere of the classroom
classroom organization
a suggestion for young teachers to keep track of their teaching experiences
journal
allowing sufficient time for students to process and formulate their answers
wait time
These types of decisions are usually made quick and often adapt to how the lesson is running
implementing decisions
helps to interpret new situations and solve problems
how teachers use theoretical knowledge
the time students spend being successfully involved with academically relevant activities
academic engaged time
an experienced teacher who helps to guide a new teacher
mentor
the understanding of how to teach the content
pedagogical content knowledge
what are the 4 different types of planning that teachers can do
by day, week, unit, or year
a set of understandings teachers have of practical circumstances
personal practical knowledge
when students feel cared for and supported they are more willing to respect a teacher's rules
positive teacher-student relationships
a process that attempts to strengthen the teaching profession in which teachers have to prove they are competent in a variety of areas
national board certification
idea that students may conform to a teacher's attitude about them
a teacher's habit of examining and evaluating their teaching on a regular basis
reflective teaching
a teacher decides that should use Vygotsky's theory of the zone of proximal development when implementing a lesson this is an example of ....
theory in use
when a teacher is struggling with classroom management what is the first thing they should do
check their lesson (not engaging= more classroom disruptions)
being exposed to many germs, lack of sleep, separation from support systems, and failure to live up to their own expectations
struggles of 1st year teachers
3 million member organization that works to protect teachers in rural, suburban, and urban areas
National Educators Association